Impact of Tropical Storm Agnes on Chesapeake Bay. Volume 1. Summary.
Abstract
The report summarizes the long-term impact Tropical Storm Agnes had on the Chesapeake Bay Region. The June 1972 storm caused severe lowerings of salinity levels in the Bay, which resulted in high mortalities of immobile estuarine and marine species. Mobile species were less affected. The floodwaters carried large amounts of nutrients and sewage into the Bay, thereby creating a public health hazard. The major geological effect was the deposition of sediment. Storm-related economic costs on the Bay Region totaled $42.7 million. Immediate costs were damages to boats and the clearing of debris. Long-term economic losses occurred to the recreation and fisheries industry.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1975
- Accession Number
- ADA019426
Entities
Organizations
- United States Army Corps of Engineers